Written by attorney James Price, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
How much DUI/DWI experience does the lawyer have?. DUI/DWI litigation is one of the most complex areas of criminal law. Developing DUI/DWI expertise requires extensive knowledge of the law and... more
Written by attorney Timothy Milios, about 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Solicit Advice of Friends or Family. Though revealing that you have been arrested and charged with a DUI might be difficult, referrals from friends and family who have gone through a similar... more
Written by attorney David Weilbacher, Esq., about 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
No Reasonable Suspicion to Make a Stop. For law enforcement, there must be a valid reason to legally make a traffic stop. The Fourth Amendment requires an officer have a reasonable suspicion that a... more
Written by attorney Edward Blum, over 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Always Have Your Documents Readily Available. You know the cops are going to ask for it, so always keep your License, Registration and Insurance Card where you can get them quickly and without... more
Written by attorney Craig Epifanio, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Florida requires an application and a Certificate of Eligibility. Florida Statutes, s.943.0585 and s.943.059, set forth the criteria that must be met in order to be eligible to have a criminal... more
Written by attorney Michael Matlock, over 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
The Stop. Contrary to popular belief, the police cannot stop a person unless they have a justified reason for doing so. Although that sounds like a benefit to people, in reality, the police can... more
Written by attorney Jeffrey Lustick, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
The Complaint. Unless you have already been indicted (formally charged) by a grand jury, the charges against you are begun by a sworn statement (called a complaint) presented to a U.S. Magistrate... more
Written by attorney Gretchen Brantley, over 3 years ago. STAFF PICK
Your first court appearance. First Appearance is also called a probable cause hearing or 24 hour hearing. Usually within the first 24 hours of your arrest, you will appear before a judge or you may... more
Written by attorney Howard Bailey, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
When you are charged with a crime, an offense, or a violation of the criminal code, the prosecution will typically make you an offer, to lower the potential sentence, the grade of the charge, or both,... more
Written by attorney Kevin Denton, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Complete Probation. When you are convicted of a misdemeanor, the court will normally impose a period of informal probation. This period can be for 1, 2 or even 3 years. Generally, the purpose of... more
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